Buying a Used Bicycle
Buying a Used Bicycle
If you’re thinking of buying a used bicycle but don’t know where to start and what to look for in a used bike, then don’t sweat, because we have rounded up a few top tips on how to make sure you’re...
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Signs that your bike needs servicing
Signs that your bike needs servicing
Some people aren’t aware when their bike needs servicing. Now that winter is dawning on us, it is important to check that everything is in working order, as nobody wants to be stranded on a dark and...
Derailleur Hanger 430
Derailleur Hanger 430
What is the correct name for a derailleur hanger?
Derailleur hangers can also be known as mech hangers, rear mech hangers, dropout hangers, mountain bike hangers, road bike hangers, gear mech hangers,...
How to: change your bike wheels for winter
How to: change your bike wheels for winter
Winter is officially here, but so are we with a ‘how to’ on changing bike tyres. Everything you need to know is below. You’re welcome!
First, remove your front wheel
To do this, you need to open...
Winter Tyres for Road Bikes
Winter Tyres for Road Bikes
Winter is dawning on us and the last thing you want to do is fix a puncture in the snow. We’ve put together some of our favourite road bike tyres that won’t fail you this winter.
What to consider
Make...
How to Measure a Bearing for your Bike
How to Measure a Bearing for your Bike
What is a bearing?
A bearing is used to reduce friction between two surfaces. You can find bearings in the front or rear hub in your wheels, inside the bottom bracket where the axle is connected to the...
Best Destinations for Winter Cycling
Best Destinations for Winter Cycling
Summer is over, but it’s not all doom and gloom. We’ve chosen our top 5 places to go cycling this winter if you’re feeling daring! From Yorkshire Dales to Sarn Helen, Wales, you will be sure...
Best Bike Lights for Cycling in Autumn and Winter
Best Bike Lights for Cycling in Autumn and Winter
The clocks have gone back which means it’s only going to get colder and darker from here onwards! It is by law that all cyclists must have a front white light and rear red light when cycling in...
Gear Mech Hanger 429
Gear Mech Hanger 429
What is a Derailleur Hanger?
Derailleur hangers are also known as gear mech hangers, rear mech hangers, hanger dropouts, mountain bike hangers, road bike hangers, mech hangers and cast hangers. These bike...
Technology that Can Save You in a Cycling Emergency
Technology that Can Save You in a Cycling Emergency
Not many people know how to prepare themselves in case they encounter a cycling emergency. This blog post has some useful tips and advice to assist you on what to carry and what to do in case you...
Mech Hanger 428
Mech Hanger 428
What Is a Mech Hanger?
A mech hanger is a small piece of metal that is designed to bend or snap to protect the frame of a bike. Mech hangers are also known as derailleur hangers, rear mech hangers, hanger...
Derailleur Hanger Alignment
Derailleur Hanger Alignment
The aim of this blog post is to assist bike owners, home bike mechanics and shop bike mechanics on how to adjust their derailleur hangers. Didn’t know derailleur hanger alignment was a thing? Don’t...